Stacey Abrams, born on December 9, 1973, in Madison, Wisconsin, is a political leader, voting rights activist, and author who has become a powerful force in American politics. Abrams earned degrees from Spelman College, the University of Texas at Austin, and Yale Law School. She first entered politics in the Georgia House of Representatives, where she made history in 2011 as the first Black woman to serve as minority leader. During her time in the Georgia legislature, Abrams was known for her advocacy for economic justice, healthcare, and voting rights. She was a key figure in opposing voter suppression tactics that disproportionately affected communities of color.
In 2018, Abrams gained national attention for her run for governor of Georgia, becoming the first Black woman to be a major party nominee for governor in the U.S. Although she narrowly lost the race, her campaign focused on expanding voting access and organizing communities traditionally disenfranchised by the political system. Following the election, Abrams founded Fair Fight Action, a nonprofit organization aimed at combating voter suppression and advocating for fair elections. Her work in mobilizing voters in Georgia helped flip the state blue in the 2020 presidential election, playing a critical role in securing Joe Biden’s victory. Abrams is celebrated for her tireless efforts to ensure voting rights and her leadership in building a more inclusive democracy.
